If you love dogs, or have ever known the joy of one who was a very special friend and companion, this will tug at your heart, and, no doubt, bring tears along with recall of some very special memories.

It is language and story-line appropriate for the whole family, but the story is most appealing for the pre-teen or older group. Younger children may not grasp the story well enough to appreciate it.

While there are a few awkward time-lapse sequences, it is overall well-done and worth watching.